Autism: Is Tylenol to Blame? Is Leucovorin the Answer? A conversation with a fellow pediatrician and developmental behavioral pediatrician

This week, I sit down with two incredible guests to unpack one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) press conferences in recent months. I’m joined by Dr. Tanya Altmann, pediatrician and founder of Calabasas Pediatrics Wellness Center, and Dr. Anshu Batra, developmental-behavioral pediatrician and autism specialist, to separate fact from fear when it comes to Tylenol, leucovorin, and autism. We talk about what the latest research actually shows, what parents should know, and why conversations about autism deserve more nuance and empathy than political headlines. We discuss: What current research tells us about autism’s causes, including the strong role of genetics and the complex mix of environmental and developmental factors. Why studies on Tylenol and autism don’t prove causation, and how correlation has been misunderstood in headlines and online discussions. How leucovorin (folinic acid) may support some children with autism, why it’s not a cure, and what d...